MoU inked for collaboration between SEF, TANG International

The Sindh Education Foundation (SEF), Government of Sindh, and TANG International have signed a Memorandum of Understanding for mutual collaboration held at Futurum, YPDC Karachi, on Tuesday.

This partnership aims to enhance collaborative efforts in developing Chinese language competency among learners at SEF-supported and allied institutions. This initiative aims to provide quality manpower for local economic zones and CPEC industrial special economic zones by launching the Chinese Culture Technological Employment (CCTE) Model Sino-Pak Dual Diploma & China Education Programme.

CCTE programmes include China-Pakistan Dual Diploma, China-Pakistan Cooperation, Chinese language courses & commercial cultural courses and technical education subjects & technology in education and employment. This model will foster industry-academia linkages to promote demand-driven vocational and technical education, ensuring skilled talent for modern industries, agriculture, and the service sector.

The MoU was signed by County Head TANG International Mansoor Siddiqui and Director Programmes and Planning, SEF, Nisar Banbhan. The ceremony was attended by senior representatives from the SEF, including Managing Director Zahid Ali Abassi, Deputy Managing Director (DMD) Shahpara Rizvi and representatives TANG International. By combining the strengths of both organizations, the partnership aims to contribute significantly to the education through bilateral relation.

Before the MoU, both organizations have worked on a letter of understanding (LoU) and achieved great milestones in Karachi including 15 foundation-assisted schools have been registered through the online TANG Cloud platform. A total of 30 SEF partners and teachers, along with 25 SEF staff members, have been successfully trained and oriented. These efforts have led to the enrollment of 485 students in the registered schools. Furthermore, a mid-term online assessment was conducted on December 23, 2024, which revealed an impressive overall student progress rate of 82%.

Talking in the ceremony, Managing Director SEF and Secretary Sindh Education and Literacy Department Zahid Ali Abbasi said that this collaboration is setting an excellent example, and the results achieved so far are commendable. Through this MOU, we aim to expand the programme across the province, creating a meaningful impact. Enhancing language proficiency, various trades, and technical skills is the need of the hour, and together, we will address this crucial requirement effectively.

County Head TANG International Mansoor Siddiqui stated that based on our previous experience working with the SEF through the LoU, we have witnessed a significant positive impact. “We have high hopes for this new understanding and firmly believe that, together, we will create a meaningful contribution to society. This partnership represents a pivotal step forward in shaping the educational landscape, addressing existing gaps, and opening new avenues for growth and development.”